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The Wingham Times, 1916-06-29, Page 1imsalissismesassmssussamissiie s`, THE WINGHAM TIMES. VOL. XLV.--10. 2314 The QR. Stores c a+, ADAS FAVORITE DRUG STORES' i JUST ARRIVED mow, 1152 Tons Talcum Powder AIL THE BEST MAKES Yucca Orchid Mintys Djerkiss Colgates Violet Dulce Mary Garden Rexall Violet Harmony Rose And many other makes All odors. White and Flesh Tinted. This makes a delightfully per- fumed, delicate and Hy - genic Powder for Toilet and Nursery Use. —FREE— FOR 10 DAYS ONLY We will give a Face Chamois FREE with every Tina Rexall or Harmony Talcum we sell. DRUGGIST AND OPTICIAN Town Agent for C. P. R. J, W, McKIBBON, Phm,, 8, 4 'Phone 53 4 WE ARE. MERE TO SERVE YOU I SELL Farm and Town Properties Call and see my lisf;iit5t - of my prices. I have some excellent values. Office in Town Hall. 'Phone 184 J. G. STEWART Real Esrute Agent WINQHAM - ONTARIO My Best Advertisement is my Customers' Recommendation Eyestrain causes headache, weak, tired and aching eyes. Other things may give relief but perfectly adapted glasses are the only cure. The most important thing about a pair of glasses is the SKILL of the specialist who fits them. If I cannot help you, I say so. If I can I do thoroughly. Satisfaction guaranteed with every pair of glasses. I supply advice free. C R. WILKINSON Eophthalmic Optician Edward St. Wingham Over twenty years practical experience. Christie's Grocery1 PHONE 50. THIS WRVS SPECIALTIES New Potatoes, Tomatoes Strawberries Jellied Tongue, Jellied Hocks, Cooked Ham We can load your table with Ialiirost everything that's Eatables. best in Whether you buy or not call in and see what we've got, smadammlisassisimareassi WINGHAM, ONTARIO! THURSDAY JUNE 29, 1916 $1 A YEAR IN ADVANCE HIGH SCHOOL. EXAMS. FROM FORM I TO FORM II Honors—Rea Currie, Francis Gibbons, Anna Stuart, Annie Currie. Pass—May Bone, Maria Bennett, Myrtle Bennett, Bessie Campbell, Elizabeth Currie. Myrtle Deans, Edna Elliott, Gordon Ferguson, Addison Fraser, Ruby Hewer, Alice Hibbert, Charlie Isard, Angus McKay, Phyllis Johns, Cameron McDonald, John Nicholls, James Perdue, Helen Pocock, Wilmor Taylor, Gladys Webb. Promoted conditionally—Anna Cum- mins, Mary McQuillin, Lizzie MeKague, Versa Woods. FROM Foam III JR. TO FORM III SR. Honors—Nora Gracey, Lottie John- ston, Jack Maxwell, Olive Rintoul. Pass—Harry Armstrong, Olive Clow, Agnes Devereaux, Weir Elliott, Bertha Ellis, Charlie Johnston, Heloise Kenn- edy, Donald McKenzie, Kathleen Pringle, William Wallace, Rose Weiler. Promoted conditionally—irene Allen, Johnston Conn, Gertie Deans, Christy Robertson, Susie Sheriff, Fred Walker. The names of the students promoted from Form II to Jr. III will not be published till after the results of the Departmental Examination are made known. Students who have failed on the examinations or who have been pro- moted conditionally, will receive at an early date a statement of their marks and the conditions under which the promotions are made. Fifty candidates wrote on the High School Entrance Examinations in Wingham last week, there being twenty-six from Wingham Public School, Miss B. E. Anderson and Miss E. C. Garrett are in Toronto reading Lower School Examination papers. Mr. G. R. Smith begins on July 6 to read Geometry of the Middle School. Returning from England. A number of non-commissioned"offi- cers and men of the Canadian overseas army, some of them wounded, others medically unfit for service and some on furlough, have arrived in Quebec. Among the number is Pte. H. Hinscliffe, of this town, who went overseas with 71st Battalion some months ago, who is returning as medically unfit. It is expected that Pte. Hinscliffe will reach Wingham on Friday evening. 161st Won Cup. The challenge cup, presented by The London Advertiser for the battalion gaining the highest number of points at the militery field day in London will go to the 161st (Huron) Battalion. It tied with the 142nd and 1600. each making 19 points. At a meeting of the executive it was decided to include in the total the points made in platoon drilling. This added 5 to the Huron Battalion's score, making its total 24. Orange Demonstration. The Secretary of the Clinton twelfth of July committee, received word that the brethren from North Huron will celebrate with those of South Huron, Perth and Middlesex in Clinton. Arrangements had been made for a demonstration at Blyth, but the Blyth committee has generously withdrawn for this year. In order to accommodate the immense crowds that will go to Clinton for this year's celebration special trains tin the Grand Trunk have been arranged for, and the local churches have promised to assist in providing meals, the public halls will also be brought into use, so that all who come may rest assured that they need not go away hungry. District Institute Meeting. The annual meeting of the West Huron Women's Institute was held in the Council Chamber, Wingham, on Thursday afternoon last with a good attendance of delegates from the differ- ent branches. The meeting opened with the singing of "The Maple Leaf," followed by an address by the President, Mrs, Kirk, of Dungannon. The Secre- tary, Mrs, Young, of Goderich, gave her report, showing that the different Institutes had done good work during the past year in providing funds and materials of different kinds for Red Cross Work. Miss Garrett gave an instrumental and Miss Griffin rendered a solo and both were very much ap- preeiated. Miss Cutt, of Blyth, gave a very interesting address. Officers for the ensuing year were elected as follows:—President, • Mrs. Kirk, Dun- gannori; lst'Vice President, Mrs. Adair, Wingham; 2nd Vice President, Miss Anderson, St. Helens; Secy.-Treas,, Mrs. Young, Goderich; Auditors, Mrs. Swanson and Miss Salkeld, Goderich, It was decided to hold the next annnai meeting in Blyth. The meeting was closed by singing "God Sava the King," rafter which refreshments were served. BIG JUBILEE CELEBRATION St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Celebrate Their Fiftieth Anniversary.—Excellent Sermons by Rey. Prof. Law—Reception and Entertainment Monday. REV. D. PERRIE, PASTOR The fiftieth anniversary or jubilee services of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Wingham, ;:o which so many had been looking forward with pleased expectancy, were held on Sunday and Monday last and were very successful, both spiritually and educationally. The services on Sunday were largely attended, especially in the evening, when every seat was occupied, and at both services several former members were in attendance. The preacher for the morning and the evening services was Rev. Prof. Law, of Toronto and his discourses were listened to with much interest by the large audiences. Dr. Law came to Wingham with the reputation of being one of the ablest preachers in the Presbyterian Church in Canada and he well sustained the reputation. The people were well pleased with the two excellent sermons at these services. The choir of the church, under the direction of Mr. Cowell, gave excellent musical numbers. The afternoon services on Sunday took the form of a children's rally for the benefit of the children of the Sun- day School and the service was an interesting one and was well attended. The children gathered in the school room and then marched in a body, accompanied by their teachers, to the auditorium of the church and occupied the centre pews. The pastor, Rev. D. Perrie, acted as chairman. The address of the afternoon was delivered by Mr. R. D. Cameron, of Lucknow on the subject, "How to become good Canadians." Mr. Cameron is a very pleasing speaker and his topic was good and his address was listened to with much interest. A class of little girls sang ''O Canada" in a very pleasing manner. The social gathering on Monday afternoon was, in the opinion of many, the most pleasing event of the jubilee services. Many of the old members of the congregation were present and spent a very pleasant afternoon in conversing over the events of by -gone days. The ladies of the congregation provided an abundant supply of re- freshments. The entertainment on Monday even- ing was well attended. The pastor, Rev. D. Perrie, acted as chairman. Rev. W. A. Bradley, of Teeswater was present as the representative from Presbytry of Maitland and in a short address conveyed the greetings and ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH good wishes of the Presbytry to the congregation. Rev. J. F. Dingman, pastor of the Baptist church, in a short ad- dress brought greetings and good wishes from his church; Rev. E. G. Dymond from St. Paul's Anglican Church and Rev. J. W. Hibbert from the Methodist Church. The musical was in part of the program charge of the choir and again under the able leadership of Mr. Cowell, excellent selections were rendered. The proceedings on MMlonday evening lac were brought to a happy conclusion when a number joined hands and formed a circle around Mr, L. Fyfe, the first precentor, and heartily sang "Auld Lang Syne." Taken all in all the services were the most successful that have ever been held by the congregation. Many of the older members of the congregation congregation were much disappointed when it became known that Rev. Jas. Haetie, the first pastor of the oburch (Continued on page 4) PATRIOTIC SOCIETY NOTES THE LATE MRS. HARDIE The Society acknowledge with thanks the following donations: Mrs. Robt. Allan 10 yds, cotton, Mrs. W. E. Scott, Belgrave, 10 yds, cotton. The supply committee has always plenty of flannel and yarn on hand. Will as many as can volunteer to knit or sew, as shipments should be made as often as possible. Any who are willing to knit or sew, will be supplied with yarn by Miss Fessant, and cut out shirts by any of the following ladies, Mrs. Wm Gray, Mrs. Geddes, Mrs, Tamlyn, Mrs. Robt. Tyndall. The hospitals are in great need of all kinds of supplies, new cotton for bandages, old soft cotton for dressings, pillows, pillow covers, wash cloths, and for all such we are making an urgent appeal, to be left with Mrs, W. H. Willis, Shuter street, Will the collectors for systematic giving have their work completed by the end of the month. Tlie War's Casualities. The daily papers contain every day long lists of casualities and many of the young men who enlisted in western Ontario are among the number who have been killed or wounded during the past week. Pte. Percy Syder, who enlisted here was killed, Pte Syder's parents reside in England. Among those reported wounded are Pts. Wm. Hayles, Wingham; Ernest A. Wilburn and Alex A. Somersville, Bluevale; Cleve Denbow and Harry Wilde, Brus- sels Died in Toronto It is with deep regret that we this week record the death of Margaret Phillips Wylie, wife of Mr. John Mc- Burney of Turnberry, in her 51st year. The deceased lady had been in poor health for some time and had been in Toronto n :dieeroing treatment, and passed away there on Saturday after- noon. Mrs. McBurney was held in high esteem by a large circle of friends and her death will be deeply regretted. The bereaved husband and family will have the sympathy of many friends. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon to Wroxeter cemetery. Pretty June Wedding, A very pretty wedding was solemnized at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. Bell, Wingham, Tuesday, June 27th, when their eldest daughter, Lila May, was united in marriage to Chester M. Louttit of Detroit, Mich. Ceremony was per- formed by Rev. J. W. Hibbert of Wingham Methodist Church in the presence of immediate relatives. The bride was becomingly dressed in white merveilleuz silk, trimmed with shadow lace. Among the beautiful presents was a $50 check from Mr. D. Bell, uncle of the bride. The happy couple will take up their residence in Detroit, Mich. Death of Mr. Page There passed away early Tuesday morning in Wingham, Mr. George A. Page, in his 50th year. Mr. Page had been in poor health for some months. He was born in Nissouri township. A number of years ago he came to Wingham and was engaged in the Bell furniture factory as a cabinet maker A few years ago he moved to East Wawanosh and engaged in farming. Mr. Page was highly esteemed by his neighbors and friends who will extend sympathy to his bereaved widow and family. The funeral will take place this (Thursday) afternoon from his late home on the Sth concession of East Wawanosh to the Wingham cemetery. Celebrated Silver Wedding. At Eastside, Oregon, on June 6th, Mayor R. C. Kittson and wife, formerly of Wingham, celebrated the twenty- fifth anniversary of their wedding day. An enjoyable day was spent by a happy company of friends. The home was prettily decorated with calla lilies, white roses, carnations, huckleberry and wild grape. At four o'clock re- freshments were served and the guests departed shortly after, wishing the bride and groom of twenty-five years many more happy anniversaries. At 8 o'clock in the evening a chicken supper was served to the immediate relatives and friends, Although the invitations read no presents," the presents were numerous, costly and useful Many old Wingham friends will join with the TtarEs is extending hearty congratu- lations. Suit Cases, Club 1 Bags and Trunks I. Read our Ad, on last s page. l -, W. H. WILLIS !. Another of the highly esteemed pioneers of this section passed away on Wednesday evening of last week in the person of Elizabeth Scott, relict of the late John Hardie, in her 83rd year. The deceased lady had been in poor health for some time. Mrs Hardie was married to her deceased husband, who passed away some four years ago, in Frederickton. Ohio, on 26th of September, 1856. In 1857 the young couple moved to Clyde, Ontario, where they resided for seven years. In January, 1864, the family moved to lot 25, in the first concession of Culross, Mr. Hardie having purchased the farm the fall previous. Mrs. Hardie re- sided in Culross until ten years ago when, in company with her husband she moved to the ninth of Turnberry where she had resided until a few months ego and for some weeks had made her home with her son, Mr. Fred Hardie, in Wii,gham. The deceased lady was one of the pioneer members of the Wingham Presbyterian Church and had always been faithful in the work of the church as long as her health permitted. She had a large circle of friends who will long re- member her many good qualities of heart and hand. She is survived by four sons and three daughters, viz:— John B. and Andrew, Turnberry; Thomas T., Lucknow, Frederick, Wingham; Mrs. D J. Murchison, Turnberry; Mrs. Arthur Simpson, Culross, and Miss Lizzie, of Wingham. Mrs. W. C. Homuth, another daughter, passed away a few weeks ago. and two children, Mary and Emily. died in childhood. The funeral on Saturday afternoon from the residence of her son on Minnie street to the Wingham cemetery was largely attended by old friends and neighbors. The services at the house and grave were conducted by her pastor, Rev. D. Perrie. Maitland Presbytery. At a meeting of Maitland Presbytery held in Wingham on Wednesday of last week a call was presented to Rev. J. U. Stewart, of Whitechurch and Langside, by the united congregations of Long Branch and Dixie, in the Presbytery of Toronto. Rev. R. M. Ramsay, D.D., of Toronto, prosecuted the call. Repre- sentatives from Whitechurch and Lang - side appeared in the interests of that charge. The call was accepted by Mr. Stewart and on motion the translation was granted, to take effect on and after the 7th of July. Rev. John Little, of St. Helen's, was appointed interim moderator of Whitechurch and Langside during the vacancy. West Huron Board of Agriculture At a meeting held at Dungannon recently a Board of Agriculture for West Huron was organized under recent Provincial legislation. The Board of Agriculture takes the place of the old Farmers' Institute, but is designed on a somewhat broader basis. Officers were elected as follows: President, Joseph A. Mallough; vice- president, John W. Salkeld; secre- tary, Wm. Bailie; auditors, Thos. Stothers and John Dustow. The offi- cers, along with the following repres- entatives, will form the executive: From Goderich Agricultural Society, W. T. Murney and Isaac Salkeld; from Dungannon Agricultural Soci- ety, Jas. Mallough; from the Ben - miller Farmers' Club, Hugh Hill; from the Auburn Farmers' Club, W. Straughan; from the Women's In- stitute, Miss Salkeld and Mrs. C. Young (Goderich); Hullett township, H. H. Hill; Ashfield, Reeve Stewart; Colborne, R. M. Young; West Wa- wanosh, Reeve Murray, East Wa- wanosh, J. Gillespie; Tnrnberry, Reeve Powell; Goderich township, Reeve Lobb. The following places for meetings were selected to be held next winter: Holmesville, Londes- boro', St, Helens, ICintail, Dungannon and Bluevale. It is intended to have stock judging classes at some or all of these meetings, Dominion Day 4 _ ...r i,rF You cannot enjoy July 1st as you should unless your feet are in comfortable quarters. We have newest styles for SUMMER SHOE COMFORT Shoes, Ties auud PS in pearl grey kid, patent colt or white reig•nskin in high cut I3als or Colonial Pumps. Moderate and reasonable pries for .., rybody. You'll enjoy Dominion Day if we dress your Feet. dA av: R mow, R The Shoe Man • ...,g .,,.a., A RARE CHANCE A Two Storey Brick House with stable, large garden and abundance of fruit, for sale at a bargain as the owner is leaving, town. Buildings are nearly new. No better value to be had anywhere. Numerous other properties for sale at good values. 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